Preparations

It is important to note that when we reference a “fid” or a number of “fid lengths” within these splicing instructions, we are referring to a “full fid length” which is calculated at 21 x the rope diameter. If you are using fids for your measurements, you must be sure to account for the type of fid you are using i.e. “half 10.5x, long 14x or full fids 21x”.

Stage 3 – Core into Cover

Step 1

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Run the fid and core up the hollow of the cover 1/3 of a fid past “cover mark 2” and exit. Note: It may not be possible to exit at a full 1/3 of a fid length. In these instances, exit at least 8 picks in from “cover mark 2” .

With the loop/eye ON the anchor point, tie the rope at the simple knot (made in Step 1 of Stage 1) to a strong fixed point or to another rope with controlled tension or alternatively, enlist the help of another person and have them hold the slip knot and pull on the rope. This helps in two ways, firstly, the added tension reduces the diameter of core, cover and crossover to be buried and secondly, it frees you up to use both hands to milk the cover from the slipknot towards the eye.

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With the loop/eye OFF the anchor point, tie the rope at the simple knot (made in Step 1 of Stage 1) to a strong fixed point, now tie a smaller rope to the cover side of the loop close to the crossover point and apply tension to the smaller rope with the careful use of some mechanical advantage, this frees you up to use both hands to milk the cover towards the eye.